Vauxhall Astra Alternator Problems

Problems mentioning the Alternator on the Vauxhall Astra
Squealing noise from engine
 1999 1.6 Club
Posted: Nov 17, 2008
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Power steering comes and goes
 2002 1.6 petrol
Posted: Jul 23, 2009
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Starting/Ignition
 1997 1.7TD Manual Estate
Posted: Dec 6, 2009
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Idicator lights come on
 2000 cdv
Posted: Jan 18, 2010
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Engine management and alternator lights
 2002 comfort estate
Posted: May 14, 2010
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Rubbing noise when engine running
 2008 1.8 SRi petrol
Posted: Jun 4, 2010
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Power steering not working
 2000 1.6 16v
Posted: Jun 13, 2010
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Knocking noise from alternator
 2007 1.7cdti life
Posted: Jul 5, 2010
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Alternator overcharging battery
 1997 1.6 arctic 8v
Posted: Jul 27, 2010
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Alternator fault ??
 1997 1.6 5dr Premier Petrol with Aircon
Posted: Aug 2, 2010
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What problems can be caused by a faulty Alternator?

Car electrics failing / no power

When turning on the ignition there's no power at all in the car, the dashboard isn't lighting up and the car won't turn over.

Battery does not hold charge

The battery does not hold charge for very long, even if it is charged up with a battery charger after a while of running the car the electrics fail again. It doesn't seem to be re-charging itself as the car is driving.

Engine doesn't start up and/or cuts out when running

The engine doesn't start up very easily and will often not start at all. When it is running it can cut out completely without warning.

Battery warning light shows on dashboard

A warning light that looks like the one pictured on this page has appeared on the dashboard and doesn't go out after the car has been running for a while.